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Becoming a Vegetarian

By Mandy on Thursday, July 23, 2026

Becoming a vegetarian wasn’t easy — honestly, it felt like trying to climb a mountain made entirely out of broccoli. But here I am, proudly on the veggie side of life. It all started years ago when I was at Rutherford College doing my Diploma in Visual Arts. One of my classmates was a Harikrishna …

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Gentle, Loving, and Safe

By Mandy on Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Holding Love and Guilt Together There are parts of my story that still sit quietly with me, especially when I think about my sons. I wasn’t able to bring either of them up because of my mental health and addictions, and even though many years have passed, the feeling of guilt hasn’t disappeared. It’s softer …

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Letting Myself Be Seen

By Mandy on Monday, July 20, 2026

Today felt like a small turning point. After the lawyer left, I sat quietly for a moment and realised just how much I had shared — about my youngest son not replying to my messages, about wanting to see my granddaughter, and about my hopes for independence and having my own place. It was a …

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Mandy

I’m Mandy — an artist, writer, and memoirist living in New Zealand. My blog follows my recovery journey, my writing process, and the small, steady steps that help me rebuild my life. I’m currently writing my autobiography, exploring sixty years of memories and the lessons they’ve taught me. This space is where I share honesty, healing, and the things that keep me moving forward.

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